The Cooking Academy

If your road trip veers into Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, and you’ve got a hankering for flavourful adventure, look no further than The Cooking Academy. This isn’t your average cooking class—here, culinary borders are broken down with workshops that traverse India’s spice markets, Thailand’s street food stalls, and Mediterranean kitchens.

The Indian cuisine classes are a standout, teaching the delicate alchemy of spice blending—because let’s face it, there’s a world beyond pre-mixed curry powders. Fancy something exotic but quick? Thai dishes like green curry and pad Thai are taught with insider tips to perfect the authentic balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.

The academy’s set-up feels like cooking at home—but with the expertise of chefs who are ready to turn even the most tentative cook into a confident kitchen virtuoso. The groups are deliberately kept small, making the sessions relaxed yet highly interactive. Bonus: it’s all hands-on, so you’ll not only taste the magic but create it yourself.

Booking ahead is a must—this place is as popular as naan bread fresh out of a tandoor. But don’t fret if you’re last-minute; a quick call might just snag you a spot. Perfect for anyone craving a culinary detour, The Cooking Academy ensures you leave not just full but skilled enough to recreate those dishes long after the road trip is over.If your road trip veers into Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, and you’ve got a hankering for flavourful adventure, look no further than The Cooking Academy. This isn’t your average cooking class—here, culinary borders are broken down with workshops that traverse India’s spice markets, Thailand’s street food stalls, and Mediterranean kitchens.

The Indian cuisine classes are a standout, teaching the delicate alchemy of spice blending—because let’s face it, there’s a world beyond pre-mixed curry powders. Fancy something exotic but quick? Thai dishes like green curry and pad Thai are taught with insider tips to perfect the authentic balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy.

The academy’s set-up feels like cooking at home—but with the expertise of chefs who are ready to turn even the most tentative cook into a confident kitchen virtuoso. The groups are deliberately kept small, making the sessions relaxed yet highly interactive. Bonus: it’s all hands-on, so you’ll not only taste the magic but create it yourself.

Booking ahead is a must—this place is as popular as naan bread fresh out of a tandoor. But don’t fret if you’re last-minute; a quick call might just snag you a spot. Perfect for anyone craving a culinary detour, The Cooking Academy ensures you leave not just full but skilled enough to recreate those dishes long after the road trip is over.